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LEDs don’t get the hype they deserve, but they can blow your mind without wrecking your wallet. From mini-LEDs to QLEDs, there’s a screen out there that makes every movie and game pop. Image Credit: SonyOLED gets all the hype, but the best LCD TVs can deliver brightness, color, and contrast that come close to OLED quality—without the wallet shock. What I love about LEDs is the range of options, from simple budget sets to high-end models loaded with features. Don’t get me wrong, if you want a TV to steal the show in your home cinema, OLED still wins.…

A few days ago a report surfaced alleging that Samsung changed the dimensions of the upcoming Galaxy S26. It was initially supposed to be 6.9mm thick, but this was then adjusted to 7.24mm. That seemed odd, but today a new report from the company’s home of Korea purports to explain why it happened. Apparently, Apple is to blame. Specifically, the fact that the Cupertino company kept the iPhone 17 at $799 in the US, not increasing its price compared to its predecessor. Samsung wants the S26 to be priced exactly the same, which is why it allegedly had to make…

Nov. 14, 2025 — Discover something new with Argonne at SC25! Showcasing breakthroughs in high-performance computing, researchers from Argonne will share their work in exascale, computing software, artificial intelligence and more. Join Argonne Lab at the International Conference for high performance computing, networking, storage and analysis in St. Louis November 16th through the 21st. Argonne@SC25 webpage Argonne’s conference activities You can also catch Argonne at SC’s annual Job Fair and at several activities on the showroom floor, including the DOE conference booths and accelerating science talks. Argonne researchers will be contributing the following talks and demos at SC25: Sunday, November 16: ISAV25: In Situ…

The new name reflects the constellation’s operational foundation—satellites deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO)—and marks a transition from an internal development project to a full-scale commercial network. Amazon  has officially rebranded its global satellite internet program, retiring the long-standing name “Project Kuiper” and introducing its new permanent identity: Amazon Leo. The new name reflects the constellation’s operational foundation—satellites deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO)—and marks a transition from an internal development project to a full-scale commercial network. Seven years after Amazon began designing what it envisioned as one of the world’s most advanced satellite communications systems, the company says the…

Shelly BLU Distance offers hassle-free monitoring! HomeGift Ideas $20–$50Shelly BLU Distance Gadget Flow EditorsShelly BLU DistanceMeasure distance and liquid levels with the Shelly BLU Distance, a compact ultrasonic sensor that links to your phone via Bluetooth for easy monitoring.Ultrasonic distance (up to 16.4 ft): Uses ultrasonic waves to measure distances up to 16.4 feet, giving accurate readings for liquid levels or obstacle detection.Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE 5.0): Sends measurements to the companion app and Shelly gateways for local monitoring and automation with low power use.Adjustable intervals and profiles: Customize the update rate from 5 to 300 seconds. Then pick from…

Back in 2023, Apple introduced NameDrop as part of iOS 17. This feature lets you share files with another person by simply bringing your iPhone close to theirs. NameDrop also supports sharing of contact information. Now, more than two years later, Google seems to be working on a very similar feature for Android. This was discovered in a version of the Google Play Services under the name “Gesture Exchange”. Android’s version of NameDrop Gesture Exchange also contains an activity called Contact Exchange, and it uses NFC. And above you can see what Google’s NameDrop for Android will…

Microsoft has started linking its AI datacenters across the U.S., creating what it calls a new kind of connected system — an “AI superfactory.” The first two sites in this network are located in Atlanta, which has been operational since October, and Wisconsin, which was introduced publicly this week. Linked by a high-speed private fiber backbone, these facilities are designed to work together on massive AI workloads, splitting and syncing jobs across sites in near real-time. This connected architecture, which Microsoft refers to as Fairwater, represents a shift from isolated cloud regions to a unified and more task-specific infrastructure model.…

If you own either the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the ROG Phone 9 (or even both), then you might want to check your smartphone for a new system update. It seems that ASUS has finally started seeding the much-awaited Android 16 software upgrade for its phones, as noted in ASUS’ Zentalk forums. That being said, the update weighs in at around 1GB and comes with software version number 36.0810.1810.43. In addition to Android 16, the update also comes with some tweaks including changes to the system navigation settings, and a new “skip countdown” button for the screen recording feature.…

The Dragonwing IQ-X Series is built to address the demanding needs of industrial OEMs and ODMs, delivering best-in-class single and multithread compute performance, long life-cycle support, advanced security features, superior connectivity and industry leading power efficiency. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.  announced the launch of the Qualcomm Dragonwing™ IQ-X Series, offering next-generation industrial-grade processors engineered for PLCs, advanced HMIs, edge controllers, panel PCs and box PCs. Designed for harsh operating conditions, it comes in a ruggedized package and provides extensive peripheral support for easy integration with diverse industrial equipment and flexible deployment across applications. The IQ-X series also brings rich multimedia capabilities…

Huawei FreeBuds 5 features seamless curves for perfect fit! HomeCoolest AI GadgetsHuawei FreeBuds 5 Gadget Flow EditorsHuawei FreeBuds 5Take in smooth, vibrant sound with the Huawei FreeBuds 5. It’s designed for comfort, adaptive audio, and reliable call performance on the move.Magnetic Driver: Delivers 30% higher low-frequency sensitivity than FreeBuds 4, producing punchy bass down to 16 Hz.Wide Frequency Adaptive EQ: Adjusts sound from 100–2000 Hz by checking fit, wearing status, and volume, so tone stays balanced.Hi-Res and LDAC Support: LDAC up to 990 kbps and Hi-Res Wireless certification give higher-resolution wireless playback when supported.Open-fit ANC and AI Call Noise Cancellation:…